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Cordyceps Fungus: Top 7 Benefits of This Miracle Mushroom

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 20, 2020

For centuries, traditional Chinese medicine practitioners used Cordyceps to give men a natural boost of vitality. That's one of the reasons why it's so popular in coffee blends these days. Men are, once again, turning to medicinal mushrooms like Cordyceps to boost sex drive, energy, and exercise performance.[1, 2] Ang Wang, a Chinese author from the 1600s, brought Cordyceps to the world's attention. He wrote about its uses in his 1694 book, The Classic of Herbal Medicine, a record of all known Chinese medicinal herbs. What Is Cordyceps? Though often […]

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7 Creative Ways to Reduce Food Waste

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 15, 2020

You know that feeling when you open your refrigerator to discover that your bright green kale has turned straw yellow? You're not alone. In 2017, Americans generated more than 41 million tons of food waste![1] In fact, 30 to 40 percent of all food created isn’t used.[2, 3] This phenomenon of food waste is not just in private pantries and fridges, but also in restaurants, grocery stores, and farms. But there’s good news: many individuals, charitable organizations, and governments are working to turn the tide. In 2015, the United States […]

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9 Eco-Friendly Ways to Make Baking Soda Part of Your Routine

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 13, 2020

Wouldn’t it be great if there was a versatile, eco-friendly substance that could clean everything from your teeth to your oven safely and effectively? That could gently soothe your skin and freshen the air in your home? Well, this amazing substance exists, and you probably have a box of it in your kitchen cabinet right now. It’s baking soda, and it has an incredible variety of personal and household uses. Why Use Baking Soda? Also known as sodium bicarbonate, baking soda is an odorless, crystalline powder with alkalinizing and electrolyte-replacing […]

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Earth Day Year-Round: 6 Top Benefits of Trees

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 8, 2020

Trees add so much value to our lives. From giving us oxygen to cooling our cities, the benefits of trees affect many parts of our lives. They’re not only good for the planet, but also for your health! You may feel more at peace when you’re surrounded by trees. Even seeing a tree can make you heal faster, lift your mood, and help you feel more connected to nature.[1, 2, 3] Rebecca V., a blogger from Portland, Oregon, loves spending time among the trees. For her, the benefits of trees […]

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Natural Remedies for Anxiety: 8 Tips to Find Relief

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Mar 25, 2020

The funny thing about anxiety is that it can come even when you are generally happy. Anxiety symptoms often show up as pressure in your chest, shallow breathing, a racing heart rate, or scattered thoughts. No matter the cause or how it makes you feel, time-tested tools and techniques can restore your inner sense of calm. "After the birth of my fourth child, I was feeling anxious, and it was hard for me to do the things I wanted to do," says Michelle C., a registered nurse living in Clearfield, […]

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